Diller Nebr Local Ad Rates and Editorial Staff
The Diller Record lists J. M. Cavett as editor and Martha B. Cavett as associate editor, notes successors to F. T. l’carce, founder, and details subscription terms of one year in advance and six months for 1.60, with mailing through the post office as second class matter. Advertising rates are 6 cents per line, with business hours until ordered out.
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J. M. Cavett
Martha B. Cavett
F. T. L’carce
Diller Nebr
Rain Talk Turns to Tales of Snakes and Fear
The writer notes a demand for rain while recounting a three foot snake that shed its skin near the house and left the discarded skin on the sidewalk by the well. The missus was frightened, comparing the moment to a live threat.
Fish Stocking Report Sparks River Park Buzz
The Daily Sun reports the State Game and Fish Commission has planted 1000 bullheads in the Blue River near Chautauqua Park. The stream above and below the dam has also been stocked with thousands of fish varieties over the past year.
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State Game and Fish Commission
Blue River
Chautauqua’ Park
Daily ‘Sun
Heat dampens Fourth of July celebration at local homes
Residents report a disappointing holiday with extreme heat and lack of enthusiasm. They tried gatherings at Dilfer, Steele City, and Fairbury but found the basement at home the most pleasant spot. The festive show and novelty drinks failed to excite, signaling a decline in patriotism.
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Dilfer
Steele City
Fairbury
Nebraska to enforce truck stop rule at railroad crossings
The Blue Springs gasoline truck crash cited by the state sheriff’s office prompts a new enforcement campaign. Highway patrols will compel truck drivers and bus operators to halt at all railroad crossings under existing law.
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Blue Springs
Nebraska
Automobiles Promise Comfort With Missing Air Conditioning
An advertisement notes new cars in 1937 built for comfort and equipped with modern conveniences except air conditioning. A separate unit to fit into a home's furnishings, similar to an electric refrigerator, is advertised. If cars skip A C this year, the author hints a poor prophet.
Paralyzed blacksmith helps with 43 pound blue cat catch
Scott Miller and two sons fished in Endicott on Tuesday with uncle Dave Miller who used grasshoppers for bait and hauled the largest catch a 43 pound blue cat. Dave joined the group home for a midnight fish fry then returned home Wednesday. He suffers a left side paralysis keeping him from work.
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Scott Miller
Endicott
Dave Miller
Scott
Dave
Community House opens in Fairbury city park for Girl Scouts
The Community House in the northwest corner of Fairbury city park opened on July 4 and was built with federal public works funds with significant work by Wm Cramb. Girl Scout members gave tours and sold pop to raise funds, aiming to elevate the troop to equality with the Boy Scouts who received a fine layout at Highland Park in the northeast. Fairbury has beautified public property through these efforts, except perhaps Crystal Springs.
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Fairbury City Park
Wm. Cramb
Fairbury
Troup
Highland Park
Crystal Springs
Ruth Bryan Owen Engaged to Danish Captain in Diplomacy Tale
Mrs Ruth Bryan Owen United States minister to Denmark confirms engagement to Captain Barge Rohde of the Danish king s life guard The wedding is expected this week The report highlights a blend of diplomacy and romance in a high profile match.
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Ruth Bryan Owen
United States
Denmark
Barge Rohde
Reverend Victor F. Clark Dies After Long Illness
The Rev Victor F Clark died May 21 1936 after a lengthy illness leaving a widow Alice Kerr Clark a daughter Martha and a son Victor Mathews Clark. He served in Nebraska Missouri and Illinois and joined the Memorial Community of Penny Farm where he found rest and reward. His life blended pioneer ministry with domestic devotion and community service earning high esteem from colleagues and parishioners.
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Victor F. Clark
Heavenly Life
Copimunhity
bLanerul Rie
Nour
Junor
Somrudes
West Iavéy
Nancy “Munger
Sauid
Nedfasha
Phe
Tara
Aria
waLing
Coliege
Chicago
Erinceton University
Enurches
Nebraska
Montalys
Missouri
Amistee
Gea
Alvi
Katie M. Woods
Victor
Parrish
Eree
Megiariai
oThey ‘S
Clark
Ben
Alice (Kerr) Clark
Martha
Moriam Whipple Bennett
N.c
Bons Ann
John Clark Bennett
Victor Mathews Clark
Manly
Buffalo nickel riddle hints at future election outcome
A July 6 1936 Lincoln Nebraska note recalls a Gypsy and a buffalo nickel prediction about the fall election. The writer jokes about extended predictions and thanks the Record force for the 4th of July coverage, dated June 26.
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Lew
Blackberry Study Red When Green Turns
A simple observation notes that a blackberry appears red as it transitions from green. This phrasing treats color change as a natural part of ripening.
Grain Raisers Informed on Nebraska State Railway Commission Role
The Nebraska State Railway Commission does not loan money on corn or other grains. Its sole duty is to inspect and certify the number of bushels in crib or bin, the condition, and the serviceability of the crib or bin. Loans are made by the federal Community Credit Corporation or local banks, and mortgage settlements are handled between owners and mortgage holders, not by the Commission.
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Nebraska State
Nebraska State Railway Commission
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